17 October 2012, 02:59 PM
"We've enjoyed 22 fantastic years of Renault UK Clio Cup racing and the brand new Clio Cup race car is an incredibly exciting new chapter in the story for everyone", commented Renault UK Communications Director Jeremy Townsend.
"We will continue to run the existing car in the British championship through 2013, with the intention to then introduce the new turbo-charged Clio Cup car the following season. Getting the timing right is very important, the car will race in the Clio Eurocup next
09 July 2012, 07:00 PM
2013 Renault Clio RS render has been released by PS-Garage.com. The digital artists tried to “see” what is under the cover of recently spied Clio RS.The car will be powered by a 1.6 liter turbocharged petrol with 190HP (139 kW). The new engine will be connected to a new dual-clutch gearbox that will be operated by paddle-shifters."Here is our interpretation, what changed? Lower ride height, bigger wheels, sportier aero kit - more aggressive front bumper, with plenty space for the intercooler and
04 July 2012, 08:52 AM
The neat and sexy Renault Clio is back for a fourth generation which will add even more versatility and style to the family. Despite being packed with new and exciting features and looking curvy as a maxi model, the 2013 Clio weighs around 100 kg less than it's predecessor.
It's also lower and with a wider track. That way, Renault have added aggression to an already impish hatch. The Clio's face also looks menacing while the strictly 5-door policy emits a certain degree of seriousness. Inside
22 May 2012, 05:24 PM
Much like in a pre-earthquake situation, subtle seismic activity is currently jolting the realm of the automotive industry. This is a render of the supposed incoming Alpine A110-50 Renault based concept. We might know for sure however, this weekend at the Monaco F1 round.
As a company, Alpine has been around for more than a half of a century. In 1973 however, Renault acquired what most of it with the idea to introduce a high performance range of cars to the world. Sadly, the last thing ever t
16 April 2012, 04:16 PM
2012 Cam Shaft Renault Clio Eyecatcher is the latest model, modified by the German tuning company Cam Shaft.
The vehicle is based on the motor sport model of Renault Clio 200 Cup. It comes with an optimized two-liter engine and thanks to it the car can surf usual streets with 200 hp (147 kW).
In addition, it is with 1,800 up to 2,000 ccm of cubic capacity.
The tuners from Cam Shaft have installed KW suspension of the Variant 2, which comes with racing sport bearings and discs. The brake
13 March 2012, 12:51 PM
Renault has announced their special edition Clio RS Red Bull Racing RB7. Actually, the model capitalises on the basic model's acclaimed strengths, something which is sure not to escape sporting car and motorsport enthusiasts.
"Clio R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7 is a hot hatch combining stunning looks with the very latest features to have been developed by the wizards at Renault Sport Technologies," commented Jean-Maxime Boulanger, Clio Renault Sport Product Manager.
"Clio R.S. Red Bull Racing R
01 October 2011, 01:35 PM
Renault has announced the special Clio Renaultsport 200 Raider, which is a limited series of the famous hot hatchback. It comes with a lot of extra equipment over the standard Renaultsport version on which it is based. Clio Renaultsport 200 Raider will be limited to just 50 cars specially for the UK market.
The car is finished in either matt Stealth Grey or Diavolo Red. The main colour is contrasted by a gloss black finish to the roof, rear spoiler, F1-style front blade, rear diffuser and doo
09 August 2011, 04:03 PM
Renault has announced two new models in the line-up of Clio Gordini.
The Gordini range starts with the 1.6 VVT 128, which is 1.6 liter four-cylinder petrol with 128PS, which is taken from Twingo Renaultsport 133, but it is slightly de-tuned. However, it offers 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds and an impressive 42.2 mpg on the combined cycle.
Renault Clio Gordini 128 is priced at £14 000 on-the-road.
The second new model is 1.5 dCi 106, which has 106PS 1.5 turbo-diesel engine returning up to
11 July 2011, 12:00 PM
Renault has recently introduced the flagship 265PS Trophy version of Megane Renaultsport and it is time for the two smaller performance siblings - Twingo and Clio Renaultsport.
The Silverstone GP limited editions have been already on sale – the prices are 14 995 and £19 995, respectively. However, only 50 units will be produced of each model.
Both cars sit on lowered Cup Chassis with a striking combination of silver metallic paint and contrasting Deep Black details, 17” alloy wheels (Speed
12 May 2011, 09:02 PM
2011 Renault Clio Expression Eco with 1.5 dCi 88 with Stop-Start achieves something amazing – 94 g/km of CO2 and 78.4 mpg on the combined cycle, which is just 3 liters per 100km.
The Eco Pack can be specified as a £250 option on Expression trim level versions of Clio 3- and 5-door. Prices for the standard model, prior to adding the optional pack, are £12 200 and £12 800 OTR.
With such price, the new Clio is a full £1 445 less than the equivalent low-emission Ford Fiesta Econetic - £13 895
12 May 2011, 03:33 PM
Renaultsport are ready with the 2011 trackday calendar, so the owners of the manufacturer’s hot hatchbacks will be able to explore the limits of their track-bred cars. The events will include three of the most iconical UK circuits - Silverstone, Brands Hatch and Knockhill. Furthermore, there is a chance to join Renaultsport with a trip to the world-famous Nurburgring Nordschleife race track in Germany and Bedford Autodrome.
Renaultsport are not new in running trackdays. They have been doing t
17 June 2010, 11:13 AM
Renault has announced the UK market launch of its sporty-styled compact beast - Renault Clio Gordini 200. Aimed at drivers who are searching for a ultra-nimble and at the same time premium-packed car, the newcomer is limited to only 500 examples for the British market and boasts the tempting price tag of £19,650 on the road.
The Gordini-badged Clio made its public premiere at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. Its exterior benefits from a classic Malta Blue metallic paint job with twin white raci